Assistant Cafe Manager

Applied Medical; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Education assistance

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Applied Medical in California seeks an Assistant Café Manager to lead day-to-day operations across all Quick Bites Café locations, overseeing food preparation, POS systems, and hospitality events. This role blends hands-on leadership with team development to ensure efficiency and an consistently strong customer experience.

You will manage menus, cost sheets, sanitation, and coaching, analyze sales reports to forecast demand and minimize waste, and drive menu promotions.

Qualifications

• Experience with hospitality software and POS systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and team coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads day-to-day operations of all Quick Bites Café locations, upholding standards for stock checks, product rotation, presentation, and the overall customer journey.
• Provides exceptional customer service in person and virtually, communicating clearly with the team on menu items, deliveries, and operational challenges.
• Develops expertise in the Quick Bites Café point-of-sale and labeling systems.
• Assists with preparing and packaging food with a focus on speed, accuracy, and efficiency, and supports building and implementing menus and cost sheets.
• Maintains sanitation, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices in accordance with the California Health Code and ensures team compliance.
• Trains and develops team members through coaching, regular feedback, and hands‑on guidance, fostering a supportive team environment.

Skills

Food & beverage knowledge

POS systems experience

Hospitality software

MS Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, &-

Tools

Excel

Word

SharePoint

Outlook

Job description

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The Assistant Café Manager leads day-to-day operations across all Quick Bites Café locations at Applied Medical, overseeing food preparation, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and hospitality-related events. This role combines hands‑on operational leadership with team development, ensuring every location runs efficiently while delivering a consistently strong customer experience. The Assistant Café Manager brings strong food and beverage knowledge, operational judgment, and a proactive approach to planning and problem solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads day-to-day operations of all Quick Bites Café locations, upholding standards for stock checks, product rotation, presentation, and the overall customer journey.
• Provides exceptional customer service in person and virtually, communicating clearly with the team on menu items, deliveries, and operational challenges.
• Develops expertise in the Quick Bites Café point-of-sale and labeling systems.
• Assists with preparing and packaging food with a focus on speed, accuracy, and efficiency, and supports building and implementing menus and cost sheets.
• Maintains sanitation, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices in accordance with the California Health Code and ensures team compliance.
• Trains and develops team members through coaching, regular feedback, and hands‑on guidance, fostering a supportive team environment.
• Analyzes sales reports to forecast demand and minimize waste, and reviews operational processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Creates and implements product offerings and promotions based on team and customer feedback, and assists in creating and maintaining standard operating procedures.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Runs smooth, well organized café operations across all locations.
• Builds a well trained, motivated team through consistent coaching and feedback.
• Maintains full compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Minimizes waste through accurate demand forecasting.
• Drives continuous improvement in menus, promotions, and operational processes.

Position Requirements

This Position Requires the Following Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrates strong food and beverage knowledge, including familiarity with daily menus and ingredients.
• Brings experience with hospitality software and point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Applies proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• Plans daily operations proactively, anticipating needs and multitasking across café and hospitality-related events under tight deadlines.
• Adapts quickly and leads effectively in a fast changing business environment.
• Communicates clearly with team members within Hospitality and across the Applied Medical campus, maintaining a friendly, professional, and outgoing demeanor.
• Recognizes when operational or food and beverage standards are not being met and coaches team members to improve.
• Holds a valid driver's license with a good driving record and is comfortable driving a company vehicle.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $72000 - $75000 / year (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.

All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.